Where do we get NXT-G?
 

I've read we have to use NXT-G to program the minibot, but where do we get that? The Lego site has been absolutely useless. Will NXT-G include the NXT "blocks" for the hitechnic controller?

Re: Where do we get NXT-G?
 

NXT-G is the programming software for the NXT Bricks.
It is bought from LEGO.

Re: Where do we get NXT-G?
 

If you buy an NXT brick by itself you have to purchase the license for NXT-G. If you buy a full kit from LEGO education or Toys'R'Us the software will be included.

BUT NXT-G will not program HiTechnic items, HiTechnic needs RobotC software or as I just found out LabView will work too. (http://usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/...t.aspx?id=6650) which you can purchase the license from http://www.legoeducation.us/store/de...ID=1355&bhcp=1. NXT-G is traditionally used in FLL (or home kits) with the LEGO sensors. RobotC is FTC's software and works with Tetrix items. It can be a bit confusing trying to find this information on the lego education website.

PM me if you have other questions about the brick or software, I work heavily with FLL and have assistant coached 3 different FLL teams.

Re: Where do we get NXT-G?
 

You are not required to use any programming on your minibot.

Re: Where do we get NXT-G?
 

But if you are using the HiTechnic servo controller or touch sensor(for example) you have to use the NXT brick which requires programing.

Re: Where do we get NXT-G?
 

Ah yes, I suppose that is true...

Re: Where do we get NXT-G?
 

http://zone.ni.com/devzone/cda/tut/p/id/4435

Labview extension that makes you able to program NXTs. It works like a charm.

1000x better than NXT-G or Robolab or any of that beginner stuff. Be careful because you can't use all the labview functions on the NXT (Like the in range and coerce function is out).

There's a similar toolkit that lets you do robolab (since robolab is based off of labview).